Roman Catholic Sex Abuse Scandal

Cardinal Francis George called for the continued healing of sexual abuse survivors and the rebuilding of trust with the Catholic church at a mass Saturday that included an address from a victim of abuse by a priest.

Referring to the sexual abuse of young people by clergy as a “terrible injustice,” George led a mass of “atonement and hope” for victims and their families at Holy Family Catholic Church in the Little Italy neighborhood.

“When trust is betrayed, then of course hope also leaves,” George said during a homily that lasted about six minutes.

George said it was important to pray for forgiveness and keep up with the work the archdiocese and others have done...

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